Gravel in Greenbackville, VA

Greenbackville sits on Virginia's Eastern Shore with sandy, well-draining soils and a measurable tidal/flood risk in low-lying spots. Choose angular crushed stone or crusher run for driveways and areas that need compaction and load-bearing capacity; pea gravel or river rock work well for dry decorative areas but can shift on sand. If your site is in a flood-prone or poorly drained spot, plan for higher-profile stone, proper base layers, and extra drainage to reduce washout and migration.

Prices vary by material, supplier, and truck access, but expect a rough range of $30 to $70 per ton for common gravels in the Eastern Shore area, with decorative river rock or pea gravel at the higher end. Per cubic yard, multiply by about 1.4 (so roughly $42 to $98 per cubic yard). Hello Gravel's minimum order is 3 tons and delivery fees or free delivery depend on local supplier and distance; check your zip code for exact pricing.

Crusher run (dense graded) and #57 crushed stone are top picks for Greenbackville driveways because they compact well and resist rutting in sandy soils and heavy rain. Pea gravel and rounded river rock look nice but tend to migrate and may not be stable under vehicle traffic unless used with a stabilizer or edge restraint. For homes near salt air or tidal influence, choose harder aggregates with good drainage and consider an added binder or grid to reduce movement.

Use these typical depths: patio 3 inches, driveway 4 inches, walkway 3 inches. A 20x10 patio at 3" is about 1.85 cubic yards or roughly 2.6 tons (round up to a 3-ton minimum). A 12x40 driveway at 4" is about 5.9 cubic yards or 8.3 tons, and a 100-foot walkway 3' wide at 3" is about 2.8 cubic yards or 3.9 tons. These estimates use 1 cubic yard ≈ 1.4 tons; always order slightly extra for compaction and settling and use our material calculator for a precise quote.

Hello Gravel partners with local suppliers and haulers that serve Greenbackville and the surrounding Accomack County area; minimum order through Hello Gravel is 3 tons. Delivery fees vary by supplier, distance, and truck access—many nearby deliveries qualify for free delivery but remote or tight-access drops may incur a surcharge. Enter your zip code on our site or contact our team to see supplier options and any delivery details for your property.

Local contractors commonly offer grading, base preparation, compaction, edging, and spreading, and prices depend on job size and site conditions. For small patios or walkways, expect a few hundred to around $1,000 for prep and installation; a typical 12x40 driveway base prep and compacting often ranges from about $500 to $1,500, depending on excavation and access. Always get at least two local quotes—contractor rates vary with travel time, equipment, and whether removal of old material is needed.

Rules vary by parcel and any applicable HOA; Accomack County zoning and any neighborhood covenants can have standards for driveway materials, setbacks, and stormwater runoff. In most residential settings a gravel driveway does not need a building permit, but properties in flood-prone zones or conservation areas may have additional requirements. Check with Accomack County zoning or your HOA before installation to confirm any permit, grading, or drainage conditions.

In Greenbackville's mild coastal climate freeze-thaw is less severe than inland, but heavy rains and tidal flooding can wash out poorly installed gravel. Proper base layers, compaction, edge restraints, and good drainage greatly improve longevity; without those, gravel will rut, migrate, and thin quickly. For tidal or frequently wet sites, raise finished grade, use coarser angular stone for the base, and consider stabilization systems to limit erosion.

Gravel is the lowest upfront cost, typically about $1 to $3 per square foot installed, but needs periodic maintenance and has a 5 to 15 year functional life depending on use and care. Asphalt is mid-range at roughly $3 to $5 per square foot and often lasts 15 to 25 years with sealing. Pavers are most expensive, generally $10 to $20 per square foot, but offer a 25+ year lifespan and easier localized repairs; local soil, drainage, and maintenance needs will influence long-term costs for all options.

Geotextile fabric under the base helps separate sand from stone and reduces migration, which is especially useful on Eastern Shore sandy soils. Plastic grid systems (cellular confinement) and gravel stabilizers or polymer binders are effective where you need load-bearing capacity and less movement, such as driveways and parking areas. These options increase initial cost but reduce rutting and washout on soft or tidal-influenced sites, so they are worth considering for vulnerable properties.

As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.

Use our material calculator here: https://hellogravel.com/calculator/ to enter the length, width and depth measurements of your project. It will automatically calculate the cubic yards/tons needed. If you are unsure how much to order, contact our team for guidance.

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The material will be delivered via dump truck. If your order is under 20 tons, then it will likely be just one dump truck load. If your order is more than 20 tons, it will be more than one dump truck load.

Absolutely! Try our aggregate quiz here: https://hellogravel.com/aggregate-quiz/ Alternatively,you can call us, chat with us (box in the bottom right corner of the website), or email us!

We cannot get out of the truck and manually spread it. However, depending on the location, safety, and comfortability of the driver – we may be able to tailgate spread your material. This involves pulling the truck forward as material is being dumped to make it easier for you to distribute material after delivery.

The minimum order size is 3 tons.

Hassle Free! Our goal is to make the buying process for gravel and other aggregates as easy and seamless as possible. Enter your zip code on our site, select how much material you need (see below FAQ’s to determine order size), select the date and time frame you would like your material delivered at Checkout, and place your order with any major credit card. After the order is placed our in-house support team will contact you to confirm the details. We will send additional confirmations on the day before and the day of delivery. On delivery day, a dump truck will arrive to dump the materials at your specified location. We request that you have someone available to accept the delivery so that we can make sure to dump it in the correct location. That’s it!

No, because we are a national supplier, we utilize our existing network of suppliers across the country. Therefore, the materials will likely be delivered from a contracted trucking company.

We specialize in making the aggregate buying process as easy and seamless as possible by managing the process from end to end. We have a network of suppliers that we source the materials from where we have negotiated rates. However, we do charge a markup and because of this you may be able to find the materials cheaper on your own. But if you want a hassle free experience, then we are for you!

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Although uncommon, due to regional sourcing, the type and color of our materials may vary somewhat from the images on our website, reflecting the unique geological offerings of your area. Please communicate any specifications you desire to our team so we can consider them during the sourcing process.

Please contact our customer service team promptly if you experience any delivery or product quality issues. We will work to resolve them satisfactorily.

We are headquartered in New Orleans, LA. However, we have a network of suppliers across the country from which we provide the materials.